Lenny is enrolled in a study examining the psychological treatment of phobias.He sees a therapist weekly and receives support and encouragement,but no gradual exposure.Lenny is most likely in
A)a treatment group.
B)a placebo control group.
C)an independent variable group.
D)a low severity group.

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Lenny is in a placebo control group because he receives support and encouragement, which mimics the structure of therapy without including the active component of treatment for phobias, such as gradual exposure. This allows researchers to compare the effects of the actual treatment against the psychological benefit of receiving attention and support.

Lenny Is Enrolled in a Study Examining the Psychological Treatment